This is a true rarity: the cover painting for the first issue of a major pulp title from the early 1930s. .

Blakeslee, Frederick:.

Condition Report*:Surface grime throughout, most notable in the sky region; stretcher creases visible; minor abrasion with paint-loss on the lower right extreme corner; 2-inch area of linear in-painting on the lower left stretcher edge visible in raking light; canvas is slightly bubbling on the upper right corner; otherwise in good condition. Framed to an overall size of 35.75 x 26.75 inches. *Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".

Glue relined. Scattered inpaint predominantly in sky; none larger than 1/2 x 1 inch; also at edges. Not examined out of frame.

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Condition Report*:Re-lined canvas; surface grime visible throughout; stretcher creases on the top and left edges are faintly visible; scattered areas of faint craquelure; otherwise in good condition. Framed to an overall size of 33.5 x 27.75 inches. *Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact, and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "AS IS".